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Rotel Tacos

Rotel Tacos
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Rotel Tacos are a quick and flavorful dinner option that combines zesty diced tomatoes and green chilies with seasoned meat. Ready in under 20 minutes, these tacos offer a perfect blend of spicy, cheesy, and savory flavors wrapped in warm tortillas, ideal for busy weeknights or satisfying snacks.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground beef or turkey (or preferred protein)
  • 1 can (10 oz) Rotel diced tomatoes and green chilies
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 packet taco seasoning (about 1 oz)
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, pepper jack, or preferred variety)
  • 8 soft flour or corn tortillas

Optional Toppings

  • Sour cream
  • Fresh cilantro, chopped
  • Avocado slices
  • Lime wedges
  • Diced bell peppers, corn, or sautéed mushrooms (for extra veggies)
  • Crushed tortilla chips or fried onions (for crunch)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Filling: Heat a skillet over medium heat and brown your ground meat until fully cooked. Drain excess fat if necessary to avoid greasiness.
  2. Sauté Aromatics: Add finely chopped onions and minced garlic to the cooked meat; cook until softened and fragrant to build a savory flavor base.
  3. Incorporate Rotel and Seasoning: Pour in the Rotel diced tomatoes and green chilies along with the taco seasoning. Stir well and let the mixture simmer uncovered for about 5 minutes to meld flavors and reduce excess moisture.
  4. Melt the Cheese: Sprinkle shredded cheese directly over the hot filling, cover the skillet, and allow the cheese to melt completely for a creamy finish.
  5. Warm the Tortillas: Heat tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave until soft and pliable to make folding easier.
  6. Assemble Your Rotel Tacos: Spoon the cheesy filling onto each warm tortilla and add your preferred toppings like sour cream, cilantro, avocado, or lime for extra brightness.

Notes

  • Drain excess moisture by simmering uncovered if filling is too watery for better taco assembly.
  • Use fresh or properly warmed tortillas for optimal texture and taste.
  • Do not skip taco seasoning to enhance flavor complexity beyond salt and pepper.
  • Layer cheese inside the filling and on top to increase indulgence.
  • Serve tacos immediately to prevent tortillas from becoming soggy.

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Keywords: Rotel Tacos, quick dinner, Tex-Mex, easy tacos, ground beef tacos, cheesy tacos, weeknight meal

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